Ayurveda (which literally translates as ‘life science’) is a 4000 year old wellness system originating in India. The system is ultra-sophisticated, with a preventative, long term, holistic and integrative approach to a person’s wellbeing. That makes it relevant for anyone interested in optimal health. Because of that, Ayurveda (along with other time-tested system, Traditional Chinese Medicine) is […]
Hanger Management – a 12 Step Recovery Program for when your hunger makes you angry
The word hangry – when you are so hungry that your lack of food causes you to become angry, frustrated or both – was recently added to Oxford Dictionaries. License to hanger – granted. Truth be told, if you aren’t a toddler, hangry shouldn’t be a thing. As part of our physiology, we have a feedback system […]
Are you getting enough Vitamins of the Air? The lowdown on Ions, Air Ionizers and Salt Lamps
There’s something in the air. No, I don’t mean love. I’m talking ions! A bit like you, the ions are sometimes positive, at other times, negative. When it comes to ions, negativity is good. Negative ions are the invisible forces of awesomeness that we inhale ocean-side, in the mountains and at waterfalls. When they hit your bloodstream, they are like […]
Do you need Nootropics-infused Coffee in your life? (a Review of Kimera Koffee)
*Early and full disclosure – we are affiliated with Kimera Koffee because I love the product. Because they love me (and you) back, there is a discount code you can use below.* It’s official! We have entered the age of Smart Coffee. Dave Asprey got things rolling when he slapped Bulletproof coffee (which has its own Wikipedia […]
Why D-Mannose is the only natural remedy for bladder infections you’ll ever need (I promise)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a giant pain in the front bottom. If you have ever had one, then I’ll already know you’ll do anything to avoid a repeat episode. Yet another round of antibiotics? Hey, if it’s necessary. Here’s the thing: it isn’t. Since I discovered D-mannose and used it to get rid of cystitis (a common […]
Can Bone Broth Really Lower Your Anxiety (and Make You More Attractive)?
There isn’t a whole load of research yet on the health benefits of eating/drinking bone broth. There is some compelling research demonstrating the healing benefits of the constituent parts of bone broth – collagen (a vital nutrient) in particular. Many thought leaders in natural health are recommending bone broth for everything from assisting with joint pain, alleviating gastro-intestinal issues such as ulcerative colitis and […]